Bridal Veil Plant (Stephanotis floribunda) Care: Fragrant Vine for Home & Garden

Bridal veil (Stephanotis floribunda, Madagascar jasmine) is a tropical, twining vine with glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of waxy, intensely fragrant white flowers from spring to fall. Grown on trellises indoors or out, it reaches 18 feet in ideal conditions.

Care Essentials

• Light: Bright, indirect light; no direct hot sun. East/west window or shaded trellis.
• Temp: 50–70°F; protect from frost.
• Soil: Rich, well-drained humus mix; pot with drainage holes.
• Water: Deep watering every 2–3 weeks outdoors; let soil dry slightly between. Indoors: water when top inch dry.
• Humidity: Mist regularly in dry seasons.
• Fertilizer: Weekly all-purpose water-soluble feed Feb–Sep.
• Pruning: Remove dead wood/leaves; trim to shape after flowering.
• Winter Rest: Keep drier, cooler (50–55°F) to encourage next year’s blooms.

Tahitian Bridal Veil (Gibasis geniculata)

Trailing houseplant with purple-backed olive leaves and tiny white flowers. Same care; propagate by stem cuttings in spring. Mix: 1 garden soil : 1 perlite : 1 humus + pinch lime.

Both make exquisite hanging or trellised specimens; flowers are classic in bridal bouquets.